Arrested in 2022, she spent over two years in jail before getting bail. Her key argument? That the court took cognisance without the mandatory sanction under CrPC Section 197; a legal shield meant for public servants. The Jharkhand High Court dismissed this, calling it a "personal illegal act". If SC agrees, it could set a precedent: when does an officer’s act become "personal" enough to bypass protections? This isn’t just about one officer; it’s about where we draw the line between public duty and personal corruption.